A bus passes a swan in London, a blue shark swims near Cornwall, and a group of pigeons eyes a tasty snack in Essex.

The winners and finalists of the The Nature Photography Contest offer a stunning visual journey — sometimes humorous, other times dramatic — through the beauty and fragility of our planet.

“The British Wildlife Photography Awards continues to showcase the extraordinary beauty and diversity of Britain’s natural world,” says Will Nicholls, director of the contest. “We hope ...